Tim Seip For State House
RE-ELECT Tim for Pennsylvania's 125th District
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POTTSVILLE, November 4 - "State Rep. Tim Seip won his first re-election bid in Tuesday’s General Election. According to preliminary results from the Schuylkill County Election Bureau, the 39-year-old Democrat who represents the 125th District, got 15,117 votes, giving him another two-year term. His Republican challenger, former Schuylkill County Controller Gary Hornberger, garnered 11,976 votes, according to unofficial totals."
Seip Seeks To Produce Alternative Energy In The 125th
READING EAGLE - July 18: "For three years now, John T. Bailey has heated his Centre Township house with a home brew of biodiesel he makes in a workshop on his property and now he wants to help others. Bailey and Tim Seip are hoping to set up a biofuels network to aid low-income residents this winter."
The Reading Eagle Defends Seip's Spot Assessment Bill
HARRISBURG - The Issue: Gov. Ed Rendell vetoes two bills that would have prevented some spot assessments, while signing legislation that gives a one-year tax credit to some volunteers. Reading Eagle's Opinion: The tax credits should be made permanent; the veto was a slap in the face of property owners in the commonwealth.
Seip responds to veto of bans on 'spot appeals' of assessments
HARRISBURG, July 15 – State Rep. Tim Seip today responded to the governor's veto of legislation that would ban "spot" appeals of assessments (H.B. 1438 and S.B. 1247). Seip is the prime sponsor of H.B. 1438 and introduced a House version of S.B. 1247. The full text of the letter Seip sent to the governor today follows the above link."
Seip Wins House Passage Of Bills To Ban “Spot Appeals” Of Assessments
HARRISBURG, May 13 – State Rep. Tim Seip today won House passage of his two bills that would ban “spot appeals” of assessments.
Remember purpose of this Memorial Day
To the Editor:
As we approach and rightfully celebrate Memorial Day, I feel it’s important for us to remember those who gave so much to our great country and state.
Seip Votes To Protect Seniors From Losing PACE/PACENET Coverage
HARRISBURG, May 7 – State Rep. Tim Seip voted Tuesday for a bill that would ensure that senior citizens enrolled in Pennsylvania’s PACE and PACENET programs do not lose their prescription drug coverage because of this year’s Social Security cost-of-living adjustment. The House passed the bill unanimously.
Seip Welcomes Release Of Property Tax Relief Estimates
Also Calls For Senate Action On House-Passed Constitutional Amendment
POTTSVILLE, May 1 – State Rep. Tim Seip today welcomed the release of estimates of how much slots-funded property tax relief local homeowners will get this year, and he called for Senate action on a House-passed constitutional amendment that would allow the elimination of all school property taxes on primary homes and farms.
Seip Bill To Ban “Spot” Assessments Headed To Full House
HARRISBURG, April 3 – State Rep. Tim Seip, D-Schuylkill/Berks, said House committees voted this week to approve three bills he introduced, advancing them to the full House of Representatives
Funds allow health group to stay open
Instead of shutting down, a county health care group said Friday that it should get enough money to continue to help citizens obtain affordable medical treatment outside a hospital emergency room.
CRESSONA — After decades of headaches and dozens of stuck trucks, there may finally be a solution in sight for the 11-foot-8-inch Sillyman Street underpass.Elected officials, emergency personnel and about 15 Cressona residents packed Borough Hall on Friday afternoon to hear PennDOT officials...
Assessment issues brought to board of appeals
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN —Property owners aren’t raising their hands to volunteer, but school districts are calling
on them anyway.
Washington Twp. receive's funding for recreation area
DETURKSVILLE — Gratitude was the attitude Monday night at the Washington Township supervisors’ monthly meeting.
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — The borough continues to move closer to making the Island Recreation Park dream a reality.
Seip seeks 2nd term as 125th legislator
PINE GROVE — State Rep. Tim Seip, D-125, announced his bid for re-election to a standing-room-only crowd Sunday afternoon at the Sweet Arrow Lake County Park Clubhouse.
Grant money to aid art, music center in Haven
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — With a little polish, the old Walkin Shoe Factory may convert into a cultural haven for musicians and artists, as well as a community center.
Lawmakers work to slash property taxes
Two Democratic state representatives want to do away with local, county and state property taxes — but first they have to “beat” representatives from more urban districts, where most constituents rent property rather than own it.
A jolly man came bearing gifts to the Schuylkill County Courthouse on Friday, but it wasn’t Santa Claus.
HARRISBURG — The Pottsville Maroons have new allies in the fight to regain their 1925 title — the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, which unanimously approved a resolution Monday supporting the legendary football team.
Property buyers in Schuylkill County beware.
Projects secure $155K in grants
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — Christmas came early for two local municipalities Thursday, with an announcement from state Rep. Tim Seip, D-125, that they would receive a total of $155,600 in grants from the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
Veterans honor contributions to community
The Pottsville Joint Veterans Council wanted to honor members of the community at their annual awards breakfast Saturday morning, but those who received awards said the veterans themselves were the real heroes.
PennDOT takes steps toward storm preparedness
They’re ready for the next big one.
The state will spend $750,000 to help make fuel from corn.
Island Park upgrades under way
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN - Rains wreaked havoc. Now volunteers bring healing hands.
Miners argue against federal regulations
JOLIETT - Local miners say a 1969 law designed to protect them is actually closing their mines.
Expansion will bring county jobs
PINE GROVE - A Myerstown solar enclosure company will bring 48 jobs to Schuylkill County.
Property tax relief commitment made
To the Editor: In response to a recent letter to the editor, I would like to reaffirm my commitment to property tax relief for homeowners.
Legislators hear testimony on property taxes
Eight legislators, including members of the state House Finance Committee, heard testimony on tax reform from seven participants Tuesday at Pottsville’s Sovereign Majestic Theatre.
Festival aimed at having fun, getting fit
Busy families can enjoy some quality time together at the county’s first-ever Family Fun Festival, which will be held Saturday at the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds.
City Elm Street manager pushes for expansion
Just three weeks into the job, Pottsville Elm Street Manager Mike McGeever is taking on a big project.
Company takes charge on Forest Road
Two Mount Carbon residents are finally seeing some progress made with a blocked drain issue on Forest Road in the borough.
The maximum annual income limit to qualify for the state’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate program for seniors has been raised from $35,000 to $40,000.
Seip opposes more gun legislation
To the Editor:
A new senior center will provide Tremont area senior citizens a comfortable place to gather.
Seip takes on leadership roles
Not even three months into his role as state representative, Tim Seip, D-125, is tackling additional leadership roles.
Local Democratic legislators vote for Republican speaker
Democratic lawmakers from Schuylkill County crossed party lines Tuesday to help elect a Republican speaker of the state House.